by CJ Clinkscales | Jan 23, 2024 | All Posts, CJ Clinkscales, Demystifying Therapy, EMDR and Trauma Recovery, Healthy Relationships
Grief and loss can be complex and perplexing. Typically, our society associates grief and loss with the death of a loved one, even though many other types of loss are often not taken into account. Loss can be physical, emotional, psychological, anticipated, symbolic,...
by Allison Kalivas | Dec 7, 2023 | All Posts, Allison Kalivas, Anxiety & Depression, Breaking Bad Habits, Demystifying Therapy, Family Dynamics, Healthy Relationships
One of the most effective ways to appropriately manage holiday stress is through clear communication and setting boundaries. This can be challenging, especially when dealing with family members who may not understand or respect your needs. Here are three fundamental...
by Allison Kalivas | Dec 7, 2023 | All Posts, Allison Kalivas, Breaking Bad Habits, Demystifying Therapy, Family Dynamics, Healthy Relationships
Welcome to the holiday season, that magical time of year when twinkling lights and festive songs somehow coincide with the urge to hide under the nearest table at family gatherings. Before you start practicing your ‘I’m just here for the pie’ face in...
by CJ Clinkscales | Nov 22, 2023 | All Posts, Anxiety & Depression, CJ Clinkscales, Demystifying Therapy, Healthy Relationships
The impact of early childhood experiences on an individual’s mental and emotional well-being cannot be overstated. For men who have faced abuse during their formative years, the effects can linger into adulthood, influencing relationships, self-esteem, and...
by CJ Clinkscales | Nov 13, 2023 | All Posts, CJ Clinkscales, Demystifying Therapy
Living with bipolar disorder can be a challenging journey for anyone, but it comes with its own unique set of experiences and pressures for men. In a world that often expects men to be strong, stoic, and in control of their emotions, coping with bipolar disorder can...
by CJ Clinkscales | Oct 26, 2023 | All Posts, Anxiety & Depression, CJ Clinkscales, Demystifying Therapy
Shame is a complex emotion that we often struggle to identify or confront. It is frequently confused with guilt, which is the feeling of having done something wrong. Shame, on the other hand, is the belief that we are inherently flawed and that everything we do is a...
